10 gluten-free ideas for baking with citrus

Nadia Lim’s friand recipe is a must-try for gluten-free bakers! Gently spiked with lemon zest and topped with blackberries, these mini friands will be the star of your next morning or afternoon tea

Lemony shortbread is a beaut baking option for those following a gluten-free diet as its closed texture lends itself to the use of gluten-free flours. This recipe is good to keep on hand in the tins.

This gluten-free orange drizzle cake is about as light and fluffy as they come! Enjoy a slice for an indulgent afternoon tea or a sweet-but-not-too-sweet dessert, served generously with that glorious orange syrup.

This deliciously sweet orange-scented tamarillo and walnut meringue slice is baked until lightly browned and crisp and is perfect for afternoon tea – you won’t be disappointed!

We’re deep into the citrus season, meaning it is in abundance, so get into it with this fabulous gluten-free lemon and grapefruit honey cake.

Light, fluffy and oh-so-sweet, Nici Wickes’ mini polenta and raspberry cakes are a perfect treat or delightful dessert. Serve these little beauties with whipped cream.

Drizzled with a lime icing, these little gluten-free cookies hit the spot come afternoon tea time.

This moist and tangy cake is a version of a cake by one of my favourite food writers, Diana Henry. Delightfully zingy and topped with a gorgeous orange and pomegranate syrup, this recipe is always a winner!

This Nici Wickes lemon slice recipe is so deliciously chewy and using honey and fresh grated ginger in the topping gives it an amazing flavour. Perfect for winter days!

Syrup cakes are popular in many parts of the world, using local spices or fruit to add moisture and flavour. This orange flavoured gluten free version is light and delicious. Enjoy it on its own or with a little whipped cream.